Digitalisation of financial markets has enhanced efficiency but increased systemic vulnerabilities. Substantiate the statement. Bring out the key regulatory challenges arising from such transformation.

Topic: Challenges to internal security through communication networks, Q5. Digitalisation of financial markets has enhanced efficiency but increased systemic vulnerabilities. Substantiate the statement. Bring out the key regulatory challenges arising from such transformation. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: TH Why the question The emerging trade-off between technological efficiency and systemic risk in financial markets, …

“The shift from foreign institutional dominance to domestic capital mobilisation marks a paradigm change in India’s financial architecture.” Discuss.

Topic: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization of resources, growth, development and employment. Q4. “The shift from foreign institutional dominance to domestic capital mobilisation marks a paradigm change in India’s financial architecture.” Discuss. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: NIE Why the question Recent surge in IPO activity and increasing dominance of domestic …

“Deepening capital markets is essential for sustainable economic growth, but it also amplifies systemic risks.” Discuss the role of capital markets in economic development. Examine the risks associated with excessive financialization.

Topic: Capital Markets & Money Markets Q5. “Deepening capital markets is essential for sustainable economic growth, but it also amplifies systemic risks.” Discuss the role of capital markets in economic development. Examine the risks associated with excessive financialization. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: InsightsIAS Why the question Capital market deepening and rising financialization have …

What are the key challenges in improving liquidity in India’s corporate bond market? Discuss their implications for infrastructure financing.

Topic: Capital Markets Q5. What are the key challenges in improving liquidity in India’s corporate bond market? Discuss their implications for infrastructure financing. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: InsightsIAS Why the question India’s large infrastructure pipeline requires long-term, low-cost capital, and the corporate bond market’s persistent liquidity issues have become a major policy discussion …

Shruti, recently appointed as the chairperson of India’s stock market regulatory authority, has been credited with driving the stock market to unprecedented success.

Q7. Shruti, recently appointed as the chairperson of India’s stock market regulatory authority, has been credited with driving the stock market to unprecedented success. However, during this period of growth, a U.S.-based research and investment firm, Kinderburg, has made serious allegations against her. The firm’s report accuses Shruti of deliberately delaying an ongoing investigation into …

SEBI’s New Verified UPI Mechanism

Source:  IE Context: SEBI has announced a new verified UPI ID system for registered market intermediaries, effective from October 1, 2025, to curb rising cases of cyber fraud and impersonation in securities transactions. About SEBI’s New Verified UPI Mechanism: What It Is? A validated UPI payment framework for SEBI-registered intermediaries featuring exclusive UPI handles ending …

“When-Listed” Platform

Source:  IE Context: SEBI plans to introduce a “when-listed” platform to regulate pre-listing share trading, aiming to curb grey market activities and protect investor interests. About the ‘When-Listed’ Platform: What it is: A regulated platform for trading unlisted shares between IPO allotment and official listing. Developed by: Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) in collaboration with …

SEBI rules to curb F&O

Syllabus: Economics  Source: IE Context:  The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) recently introduced significant reforms in the equity index derivatives (futures and options, F&O) framework to curb speculative trading, protect retail investors, and improve market stability. Recent SEBI Reforms and Their Implications: Recalibration of Contract Size for Index Derivatives: Reform: The minimum contract …

UPSC Mains Answer Writing Practice – Insights SECURE: 12 August 2024

The Insights IAS Secure Initiative for UPSC Mains Answer Writing practice enables you to practice daily answer writing, enhancing your skills and boosting your scores with regular feedback, expert tips, and strategies. Let consistency be the hallmark of your preparation and utilize UPSC Mains Answer Writing practice initiative wisely   Click on EACH question to post/upload …

UPSC Mains Answer Writing Practice – Insights SECURE: 2 August 2024

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UPSC Mains Answer Writing Practice – Insights SECURE: 4 July 2024

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How does SEBI contribute to the regulation and development of fair and transparent markets in India while promoting corporate governance?

Topic: Indian Economy/Financial Markets Q5. How does SEBI contribute to the regulation and development of fair and transparent markets in India while promoting corporate governance? (150 Words) Difficulty level: Moderate Reference: Indian Express Why the question? A year and a half after the explosive Hindenburg Report on Adani, the Indian regulator SEBI has accused the …

Anti-money laundering: Sebi releases fresh set of guidelines

Facts for Prelims (FFP)   Source: Live Mint   Context: The Securities Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has issued a set of amendments to strengthen anti-money laundering(AML) standards and combat finance terrorism (CFT). These guidelines are based on rules established under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act of 2002.   The key amendments include: Additional …

India’s first-ever REITs and InvITs index

Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: LM  Context: NSE Indices Ltd, a subsidiary of the National Stock Exchange (NSE), has launched India’s first-ever Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) and Infrastructure Investment Trusts (InvITs) Index.   Aim: To track the performance of REITs and InvITs that are publicly listed and traded on the NSE.   What are …

[Mission 2023] INSIGHTS DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS + PIB SUMMARY 29 March 2023

InstaLinks :  help you think beyond the issue but relevant to the issue from UPSC prelims and Mains exam point of view. These linkages provided in this ‘hint’ format help you frame possible questions ina your mind that might arise(or an examiner might imagine) from each current event. InstaLinks also connect every issue to their …